Quality Control Knowledge and Skills
Quality Control Officers must be able to apply quality assurance policies and procedures, control and improve suppliers' quality by planning and executing in-house sample checking.
Quality Control Officers
Descriptions & Duties
- Quality Control Officers assist in developing the quality control policies used in the production process and in the training of new quality control representatives. They check products for imperfections by using a variety of different methods and equipment.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Trade Specific Competencies
Problem Solving Skills
Quality Control Officers must be able to screen and correct the potential problems in the production stage in order to facilitate a smooth production.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Higher diploma in business administration or quality control, or equivalent
Experience
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Quality Control Officers work in a combination of office and field environments, involving various types of conditions encountered on the jobsite.
Tools
- Digital Calipers
- Micrometers
- Electronic Height Gauge
